Decision Making in Value Chains a Turbulent Era

This timely book explores the global developments impacting value chains, recognising that in the face of recent crises their stability can no longer be taken for granted. Taking into consideration the current demands these crises place on managerial decision makers, the book discusses how organisations should adapt their value chain practices in order to survive. Expert authors assess globally interconnected value chains across manufacturing, shipping, energy, healthcare and food sectors, demonstrating that there is a growing desire to reduce dependencies and increase preparedness. Chapters highlight the need for decision makers to predict and respond to both internal and external factors, signals, tensions and crises that may threaten the operation of societies and organizations. This book examines the possibilities of digitalization, sustainability and circular supply chains in responding to or preparing for crises. Decision Making in Value Chains in a Turbulent Era is a valuable resource for students and scholars of supply chain management, international business, business and management studies and economics. Practitioners in business management will also benefit from the new insights and forward-looking recommendations this book presents.